Common Drying Problems - Frigidaire APWD15E Use And Care Manual

Do not store or place laundry products on
top of dryer at any time. They can damage
the finish or controls.

Common Drying Problems

Many drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric
damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
PROBLEM
Greasy, oily • Fabric softener sheet.
stains
Lint • Overloading.
• Overdrying causes static
electricity.
• Lint screen not clean
when cycle began.
• Lint is attached to "pills."
Pilling • Pilling is normal with
(Fibers break synthetic and permanent
off, ball up and press fabrics. This is due
cling to fabric.) to abrasion from normal
wear.
Shrinking • Overdrying.
Wrinkling • Overloading.
• Leaving items in dryer
after cycle ends.
SOLUTIONS
• Rub fabric softener stains with bar
soap. Rinse and rewash.
• Reduce load size and rewash using
liquid fabric softener in the final rinse.
• Or, add a fabric softener sheet and
tumble without heat.
• Use lint brush or roller to remove lint.
• Use a lint brush or shaver to remove
pills.
• Irreversible condition.
• Reduce load size and tumble at
medium or low heat for 5-10 minutes.
• Remove items immediately. Hang or
fold.
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PREVENTIVE MEASURES
• Add a few bath towels to small loads for
proper tumbling.
• Some "silk-like" fabrics should be air dried.
• Use proper drying temperature.
• Place fabric softener sheet on top of load
before starting the dryer.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Use fabric softener in washer or dryer to
reduce static electricity.
• Remove items when they are slightly damp
to avoid overdrying.
• Check that lint screen is clean and in place.
• Use fabric softener to lubricate fibers.
• When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
• Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
• Follow fabric care label directions.
• If shrinking is a concern, check load often.
• Remove items while slightly damp and
hang or lay flat to complete drying.
• Block knits into shape.
• Do not overload dryer.
• Remove items as soon as cycle ends.